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This observation aligns with our understanding of the brain's limited resources. Multitasking requires the activation and coordination of multiple brain regions simultaneously, which can lead to cognitive overload. When the brain reaches or exceeds its capacity, performance declines, resulting in slower responses and increased errors.
In multitasking scenarios, the brain's capacity diminishes as overload occurs, leading to lower scores and impaired function. This phenomenon becomes even more critical in real-world situations involving safety, such as walking across busy streets, where divided attention can increase the risk of accidents.